Albuquerque, New Mexico

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
562,551
Population
$61,503
Median Income
$246,000
Home Value
38.0
Median Age

Demographics

Albuquerque has a population of 562,551 with a median age of 38.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
60.6%
Hispanic
49.8%
Black
3.2%
Asian
3.1%
Demographic Value
Total Population562,551
Median Age38.0
White60.6%
Black or African American3.2%
Asian3.1%
Hispanic or Latino49.8%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Albuquerque is $61,503, which is 18.2% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $36,879. The poverty rate is 16.5%.

$61,503
Median Household Income
$36,879
Per Capita Income
16.5%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Albuquerque is 5.5%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Albuquerque, 90.7% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17.1% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
90.7%
Bachelor's+
37.8%
Graduate+
17.1%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher90.7%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher37.8%
Graduate or Professional Degree17.1%

Housing

The median home value in Albuquerque is $246,000, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 60.7%.

$246,000
Median Home Value
$1,014/mo
Median Rent
60.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$246,000
Median Monthly Rent$1,014
Homeownership Rate60.7%
Vacancy Rate6.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Albuquerque, New Mexico?
The population of Albuquerque, New Mexico is 562,551 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Albuquerque, New Mexico?
The median household income in Albuquerque, New Mexico is $61,503. This is 18.2% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Albuquerque, New Mexico?
The median home value in Albuquerque, New Mexico is $246,000. The median monthly rent is $1,014.
What percentage of people in Albuquerque have a college degree?
In Albuquerque, New Mexico, 37.8% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.7% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Albuquerque, New Mexico an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Albuquerque, New Mexico is 4.0x (median home value $246,000 vs. median income $61,503), making it moderately affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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